vulfix grosvenor

gil3591 · Post by **gil3591** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 9:08 am

ok, so who has one of these brushes? what are its pros and cons? is it the best of both worlds or the worst of both worlds or just meh! ?

John Parker · Post by **John Parker** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 12:50 pm

I have one, and it is the best of all possible worlds for me! It is a beautiful brush, handle and knot. Perfect in size, shape and color. It is soft without being too soft, dense but not so dense that it holds onto lather, and has backbone enough to maintain its shape during lathering. I use it for both soaps and creams. Not regrets on getting it at all; no intention of getting another brush now that I have the Grosvenor (unless I get another one as a spare).

KAV · Post by **KAV** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 1:11 pm

I am the happy owner of a gifted LE. My previous experience was another Vulvix,best grade starter brush. I am,for present, a one brush man. I am a soap user, though I've dabbled with cremes.
My right, and dominant hand suffers periodic cramping and light arthritis from a service accident that broke everything. The handle is perfect for my glove size Large hand. The knot is best friends with MWF. A never mentioned quality is how easilly it rinses clear and with a brief shake quickly dries without giving the bloom attention to avoid the 'Gumby' look of lesser brushes.

John Parker · Post by **John Parker** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 1:28 pm

Kav, I never thought of how well it rinses! But it certainly does!!

BullGoose · Post by **BullGoose** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 1:30 pm

I assume Gil is referring to the standard Vulfix Grosvenor 404 which is a boar/badger mixed knot rather than the Grosvenor LE in Two Band (although I could be wrong).

Hodari D. · Post by **Hodari D.** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 1:39 pm

John Parker wrote:I have one, and it is the best of all possible worlds for me! It is a beautiful brush, handle and knot. Perfect in size, shape and color. It is soft without being too soft, dense but not so dense that it holds onto lather, and has backbone enough to maintain its shape during lathering. I use it for both soaps and creams. Not regrets on getting it at all; no intention of getting another brush now that I have the Grosvenor (unless I get another one as a spare).

I can't add much to this glowing review except to validate it since I did buy a spare!

And I'm speaking about the two-band limited edition.

gil3591 · Post by **gil3591** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 1:58 pm

no i am talking of the regular boar/badger brush.

KAV · Post by **KAV** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 2:06 pm

"It's a Vulfix!" A advertising phrase once awarded many fine products.

John Parker · Post by **John Parker** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 2:33 pm

I am referring specifically to the Grosvenor LE two-band. Humbly suggest Gil look at this one instead of the badger/boar, though I have no experience with the badger/boar.

KAV · Post by **KAV** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 2:43 pm

Aside from his hats, I thought Mussolini's one redeeming quality was his decision after reviewing tank trials. The italians put all 3 into production

Buy both

gil3591 · Post by **gil3591** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 3:37 pm

no to the le. sorry. my polo 2band gives all the luxury i would want. my omega big bruiser is good for everything else. today i used my big boar with tabac and don't think anything could compare

i was thinking that maybe the boar badger mix could give something in between. at a nominal expense it may be worth the price

KAV · Post by **KAV** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 4:16 pm

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John Parker · Post by **John Parker** » Wed Dec 29, 2010 5:21 pm

Still can't speak to the badger/boar combo, Gil, but the Grosvenor handle is second to none in my opinion.

dennisthemenace · Post by **dennisthemenace** » Thu Dec 30, 2010 1:36 am

I recently bought the Vulfix Grosvenor boar/badger from Phil at Bullgoose; and I LOVE it! A great brush. Great for face lathering! To me it combines the best of what I like in boar and badger. A great value!

jpmac55 · Post by **jpmac55** » Sun Jan 09, 2011 12:55 pm

I recently purchased the Grosvenor boar/badger version and am quite pleased with it. It certainly looks and performs like a much more expensive brush, making it a real good value.

I was initially caught up with all the hoopla high end badger's receive but have grown to prefer brushes with a bit more backbone. I like the extra benefit of exfoliating my face as I lather.

I purchased mine from Phil at http://www.bullgooseshaving.net/

bernards66 · Post by **bernards66** » Mon Jan 10, 2011 12:34 am

John, Welcome to SMF!
Regards,
Gordon

jpmac55 · Post by **jpmac55** » Mon Jan 10, 2011 4:23 am

Thanks, Gordon - happy to be here!

Post by **drmoss_ca** » Mon Jan 10, 2011 5:43 am

John,
Welcome - you're lucky to make it in amongst the flood of spambots we have been deleting, but your profile looked real!

Who knew there were hundreds of inline skaters in Zimbabwe all palpitating to join a shaving forum?

Chris

Squire · Post by **Squire** » Mon Jan 10, 2011 5:43 pm

Hey John, welcome aboard.

Teiste · Post by **Teiste** » Thu Jan 13, 2011 1:50 am

The only that I can say is:the more I use it the more I love it.A great brush,really well made and perfect for facelathering and beat triple milled soaps.